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Pagbabasa para sa Pagsusulit ng ACT - Kagamitan at Paglikha

Matuto ng ACT vocabulary na may kaugnayan sa pagiging kapaki-pakinabang, function, imbensyon, produksyon, konstruksyon, disenyo, at paglikha o praktikal na paggamit ng mga bagay.

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accessory
accessory
[Pangngalan]

something extra that adds to the usefulness or effectiveness of another item

aksesorya, karagdagan

aksesorya, karagdagan

Ex: The car charger is a handy accessory for keeping devices powered during road trips. 

Ang car charger ay isang madaling gamiting aksesorya para panatilihing may kuryente ang mga device habang nasa biyahe.

merit
merit
[Pangngalan]

the quality of being good, valuable, or worthy of praise

merito,  halaga

merito, halaga

Ex: The judges evaluated each painting on its artistic merit. 
application
application
[Pangngalan]

the act of utilizing something effectively for a specific purpose or task

aplikasyon, paggamit

aplikasyon, paggamit

Ex: Careful application of the paint ensured a smooth finish. 
backup
backup
[Pangngalan]

(computing) a copy of computer data that can be used to restore lost or damaged data

backup, kopya ng seguridad

backup, kopya ng seguridad

Ex: It's important to create regular backups of your files to prevent data loss in case of a computer crash. 
makeshift
makeshift
[Pangngalan]

a thing that is used as an inferior and temporary substitute for something that is not available

pansamantalang solusyon, pansamantalang kapalit

pansamantalang solusyon, pansamantalang kapalit

Ex: They used a makeshift as a table during the camping trip, improvising with available materials. 

Gumamit sila ng pansamantalang solusyon bilang mesa habang nasa camping trip, nag-iimprovise gamit ang available na materyales.

stopgap
stopgap
[Pangngalan]

a temporary solution or measure used to address an immediate problem or issue

pansamantalang solusyon, pansamantalang hakbang

pansamantalang solusyon, pansamantalang hakbang

Ex: The makeshift tent served as a stopgap until permanent shelters could be built. 

Ang pansamantalang tolda ay nagsilbing pansamantalang solusyon hanggang sa maitayo ang mga permanenteng tirahan.

efficiency
efficiency
[Pangngalan]

the ability to act or function with minimum effort, time, and resources

kahusayan,  episyensya

kahusayan, episyensya

Ex: Home renovations took less time with the contractor's efficiency in planning and order of tasks. 
uptake
uptake
[Pangngalan]

the process of absorbing, using, or taking in something, such as nutrients, information, or resources

pagsipsip, pag-unawa

pagsipsip, pag-unawa

Ex: The plant's efficient uptake of water and nutrients helped it thrive in the dry soil. 

Ang mahusay na pagtanggap ng halaman sa tubig at nutrients ay nakatulong ito upang umunlad sa tuyong lupa.

remainder
remainder
[Pangngalan]

the part of something that is left after the rest has been used, removed, or dealt with

natitira,  labis

natitira, labis

Ex: Emma ate half the cake and saved the remainder for later. 
contribution
contribution
[Pangngalan]

someone or something's role in achieving a specific result, particularly a positive one

kontribusyon

kontribusyon

Ex: Employees are rewarded based on their individual contributions to the company's success. 
complementary
complementary
[pang-uri]

useful to each other or enhancing each other's qualities when brought together

komplementaryo, nagkakasunod

komplementaryo, nagkakasunod

Ex: The different textures in the fabric are complementary, adding depth to the design. 

Ang iba't ibang texture sa tela ay nagkakasundo, nagdaragdag ng lalim sa disenyo.

to [be] instrumental in  {sth}

to be an important factor or contributor to a specific result

Ex: Her guidance was instrumental in the project's success. 
versatile
versatile
[pang-uri]

(of things) able to be used or applied in multiple ways or for various purposes

maraming kakayahan,  maaaring gamitin o ilapat sa maraming paraan o para sa iba't ibang layunin

maraming kakayahan, maaaring gamitin o ilapat sa maraming paraan o para sa iba't ibang layunin

Ex: A versatile wardrobe is essential for traveling, as it allows you to mix and match different outfits. 

Ang isang maraming gamit na wardrobe ay mahalaga para sa paglalakbay, dahil pinapayagan ka nitong paghaluin at pagtugmain ang iba't ibang outfits.

interchangeable
interchangeable
[pang-uri]

capable of being used or exchanged in place of one another

napapalitan, maaaring ipagpalit

napapalitan, maaaring ipagpalit

Ex: These two words are not completely interchangeable in formal writing. 

Ang dalawang salitang ito ay hindi ganap na mapagpapalit sa pormal na pagsulat.

alternative
alternative
[pang-uri]

available as an option for something else

alternatibo, pamalit

alternatibo, pamalit

Ex: The alternative method saved them a lot of time. 
applicable
applicable
[pang-uri]

relevant to someone or something in a particular context or situation

naaangkop, may-kinalaman

naaangkop, may-kinalaman

Ex: Please read the instructions carefully and fill out only the sections applicable to your situation. 
substitute
substitute
[pang-uri]

acting as an alternative or replacement for something or somone else

pamalit, kahalili

pamalit, kahalili

Ex: She brought a substitute dish to the potluck after forgetting the main ingredient. 
leftover
leftover
[Pangngalan]

a remaining portion of something, often used to describe food that has not been eaten or a material that has not been used up

tira, labis

tira, labis

Ex: We had leftovers from dinner, so I didn't need to cook today. 

Mayroon kaming tira mula sa hapunan, kaya hindi na kailangang magluto ngayon.

appropriate
appropriate
[pang-uri]

suitable or acceptable for a given situation or purpose

angkop, bagay

angkop, bagay

Ex: Offering condolences is appropriate when someone experiences a loss. 
impractical
impractical
[pang-uri]

not practical or feasible

hindi praktikal, hindi magagawa

hindi praktikal, hindi magagawa

Ex: Using a manual typewriter in a modern office setting is highly impractical. 

Ang paggamit ng manual na typewriter sa isang modernong setting ng opisina ay lubhang hindi praktikal.

serviceable
serviceable
[pang-uri]

able to be used effectively or put to practical use

magagamit, pangkalakaran

magagamit, pangkalakaran

Ex: Despite its age, the car remained serviceable for daily commuting. 

Sa kabila ng edad nito, ang kotse ay nanatiling nagagamit para sa pang-araw-araw na pagbiyahe.

informative
informative
[pang-uri]

providing useful or valuable information

nagbibigay-kaalaman, informatibo

nagbibigay-kaalaman, informatibo

Ex: The informative article offered insights into the latest scientific discoveries. 

Ang nagbibigay-kaalaman na artikulo ay nagbigay ng mga pananaw sa pinakabagong mga tuklas na pang-agham.

to utilize
to utilize
[Pandiwa]

to put to effective use

gamitin, pakinabangan

gamitin, pakinabangan

Ex: The chef demonstrated how to utilize leftover ingredients to create a delicious meal. 

Ipinakita ng chef kung paano gamitin ang mga tirang sangkap upang makalikha ng masarap na pagkain.

to implement
to implement
[Pandiwa]

to apply or utilize a device, tool, or method for a specific purpose

magpatupad, gumamit

magpatupad, gumamit

Ex: The researcher plans to implement a new experimental procedure to test the hypothesis. 
to deploy
to deploy
[Pandiwa]

to put into use or action

mag-deploy, ipatupad

mag-deploy, ipatupad

Ex: The company decided to deploy its new marketing strategy to increase brand awareness. 

Nagpasya ang kumpanya na ilabas ang bagong estratehiya sa marketing nito upang madagdagan ang kamalayan sa brand.

to adopt
to adopt
[Pandiwa]

to accept, embrace, or incorporate a particular idea, practice, or belief into one's own behavior or lifestyle

tanggapin, yakapin

tanggapin, yakapin

Ex: Many individuals adopt a minimalist lifestyle to promote sustainability 
to derive
to derive
[Pandiwa]

to get something from a specific source

makuha, kuhanin

makuha, kuhanin

Ex: She was able to derive valuable insights from her research on sustainable energy. 
to repurpose
to repurpose
[Pandiwa]

to adapt or modify something for a different use or purpose than its original one

muling gamitin, baguhin ang layunin

muling gamitin, baguhin ang layunin

Ex: She repurposed old mason jars into stylish candle holders for the party decorations. 

Iniba ang gamit niya ng mga lumang mason jar para maging magandang candle holder para sa dekorasyon ng party.

to harness
to harness
[Pandiwa]

to use the power or potential of something effectively for a specific purpose

gamitin, samantalahin

gamitin, samantalahin

Ex: The team harnessed solar energy to power their remote research station in the desert. 

Ang koponan ay gumamit ng solar energy upang mapagana ang kanilang malayong research station sa disyerto.

to manipulate
to manipulate
[Pandiwa]

to control, operate, or process something skillfully

mamanipula,  kontrolin

mamanipula, kontrolin

Ex: Ethan learned to manipulate the controls of the crane with precision. 
to retrieve
to retrieve
[Pandiwa]

to go and get back something that was lost or left behind

mabawi, kunin muli

mabawi, kunin muli

Ex: The dog was trained to retrieve the ball and bring it back to its owner during play. 

Ang aso ay sinanay na ikuha ang bola at ibalik ito sa may-ari nito habang naglalaro.

to reclaim
to reclaim
[Pandiwa]

to get back something that has been lost, taken away, etc.

bawiin, ibalik

bawiin, ibalik

Ex: After years of legal battles, she finally reclaimed her family's ancestral land. 

Matapos ang mga taon ng legal na laban, sa wakas ay naibalik niya ang lupang ninuno ng kanyang pamilya.

to supersede
to supersede
[Pandiwa]

to take something or someone's position or place, particularly due to being more effective or up-to-date

palitan, supersede

palitan, supersede

Ex: The new company guidelines will supersede the outdated policies from last year. 

Ang mga bagong alituntunin ng kumpanya ay hahalili sa mga lipas na polisiya noong nakaraang taon.

to overtax
to overtax
[Pandiwa]

to impose a heavy tax on something or someone

magpataw ng mabigat na buwis, mag-ipit sa mabigat na buwis

magpataw ng mabigat na buwis, mag-ipit sa mabigat na buwis

Ex: The new policy threatens to overtax middle-income families, who are already struggling with rising costs. 

Ang bagong patakaran ay nagbabanta na magpataw ng labis na buwis sa mga pamilyang may katamtamang kita, na nahihirapan na sa pagtaas ng mga gastos.

to double
to double
[Pandiwa]

to serve two purposes or functions simultaneously

nagsisilbi rin

nagsisilbi rin

Ex: His hiking boots double as waterproof shoes for rainy days. 
to exploit
to exploit
[Pandiwa]

to make effective or profitable use of a resource, opportunity, or ability

samantalahin,  gamitin

samantalahin, gamitin

Ex: The company hopes to exploit new opportunities in overseas markets. 
to assemble
to assemble
[Pandiwa]

to make something by fitting its separate parts together

magtipon, magbuo

magtipon, magbuo

Ex: Daniel assembled the new desk in less than an hour. 
to forge
to forge
[Pandiwa]

to make something from a piece of metal object by heating it until it becomes soft and then beating it with a hammer

pandayin, gawin

pandayin, gawin

Ex: With every strike of the hammer, he continued to forge the hot metal into a beautiful ornamental piece. 
to fashion
to fashion
[Pandiwa]

to create or make something by putting different parts or materials together

gumawa, yumari

gumawa, yumari

Ex: Artisans fashion intricate jewelry by combining various metals and gemstones. 
to construct
to construct
[Pandiwa]

to create something by organizing and combining ideas or components in a logical and coherent way

bumuo, lumikha

bumuo, lumikha

Ex: The project manager constructed a detailed plan, integrating various tasks and resources in a logical sequence. 
to found
to found
[Pandiwa]

to establish or set up the initial structure of something

itaguyod, magtatag

itaguyod, magtatag

Ex: They will found the new school on this plot of land. 
to generate
to generate
[Pandiwa]

to cause or give rise to something

lumikha, magdulot

lumikha, magdulot

Ex: The marketing team generates leads through various online channels. 
to spawn
to spawn
[Pandiwa]

to cause something to be created, particularly in large numbers

lumikha, magdulot

lumikha, magdulot

Ex: The new policy is expected to spawn numerous job opportunities in the tech sector. 

Inaasahan na ang bagong patakaran ay magdudulot ng maraming oportunidad sa trabaho sa sektor ng tech.

to contrive
to contrive
[Pandiwa]

to cleverly come up with an idea, theory, or plan using creative thinking

likhain, isipin

likhain, isipin

Ex: The detective contrived a clever plan to solve the mysterious case. 

Ang detective ay nag-isip ng isang matalinong plano upang malutas ang mahiwagang kaso.

to devise
to devise
[Pandiwa]

to invent or design a new object, system, method, or solution by careful thought

magdisenyo

magdisenyo

Ex: Engineers devised a new system for storing solar energy. 
to trigger
to trigger
[Pandiwa]

to cause an event, process, or reaction to begin

Ex: The announcement triggered widespread criticism. 
to craft
to craft
[Pandiwa]

to make or create something with skill and careful attention

lumikha, gumawa

lumikha, gumawa

Ex: Emma crafted the bowl from a single piece of wood. 
to establish
to establish
[Pandiwa]

to create a company or organization with the intention of running it over the long term

itatag, itayo

itatag, itayo

Ex: With a clear vision, they sought investors to help them establish their fashion brand in the global market. 
to fabricate
to fabricate
[Pandiwa]

to create or make up something, especially with the intent to deceive

gumawa, imbento

gumawa, imbento

Ex: The journalist lost her credibility when it was discovered she'd fabricate stories. 

Nawala ang kredibilidad ng mamamahayag nang matuklasang siya ay gumagawa ng mga kuwento.

to originate
to originate
[Pandiwa]

to create, introduce, or develop something for the first time

magpasimula, lumikha

magpasimula, lumikha

Ex: Laura originated the idea for the company's mentoring program. 
to cradle
to cradle
[Pandiwa]

to be the birthplace or starting point of something significant

duyan, maging duyan ng

duyan, maging duyan ng

Ex: New York City has long cradled the fashion industry, influencing global trends and styles. 

Matagal nang kinandili ng New York City ang industriya ng fashion, na nakakaimpluwensya sa mga global na trend at estilo.

to launch
to launch
[Pandiwa]

to make a new product or provide a new service and introduce it to the public

ilunsad, simulan

ilunsad, simulan

Ex: The team worked hard to launch the website ahead of schedule. 
to institute
to institute
[Pandiwa]

to establish or introduce something, such as a policy or program

magtatag, magpasimula

magtatag, magpasimula

Ex: The company institutes training programs for its employees. 
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